Director of Construction and Development

SmartStop Self Storage•Dallas, TX

2d•$150,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Think Outside the Box! Join a Company Thats Changing the Game! At SmartStop Self Storage, we believe in embracing change, driving innovation, and elevating every team members journey. About Us SmartStop Self Storage (NYSE: SMST) is one of the largest and fastest-growing self-storage operators in North America. Headquartered in sunny Ladera Ranch, CA, we operate 200+ properties across 24 states in the U.S. and four provinces in Canada , with more than 18.7 million rentable square feet of storage space. Our 600+ team members are the heart of our business, delivering an award-winning customer experience year after year. Weve earned Newsweeks Best Customer Service for three consecutive years (20212023) and the prestigious Reputation 800 Award (2023) . Plus, our workplace culture has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Orange County two years running a reflection of the feedback we get from the people who matter most: our employees. Were growing fast and we want you to grow with us. Director of Construction and Development Job Summary - Central & Western Regions - Multi-Site Storage Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, the Director of Construction and Development manages numerous facets of construction projects from the initial conception through to completion for the Central and Western half of the U.S; managing vendors and ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or a related field.
At least 5-10 years of relevant experience in multi-unit facilities management.
Demonstrated experience with a full array of heavy construction combined with new and renovation type projects
Must have demonstrated experience with a full array of heavy construction combined with new and renovation-type projects
Must possess strong project accounting skills, including budget development, ongoing project cost monitoring and large money contract management
Experience motivating and coaching a team
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management software).

Nice To Haves

Self-storage construction and development experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides site analysis and recommendations to the real estate department and site acquisition team.
Manages milestones and brings appropriate resources to challenges impacting the schedule.
Develops schedules and maintains targeted completion dates.
Communicates project delays or budget challenges and identifies alternate actions to maintain schedules and budgets.
Reviews all renderings and designs and ensures they conform to company brand standards.
Interviews and qualifies approved vendors in all markets.
Verifies the accuracy of General Contractor's monthly application for payment and provides approval.
Ensures Certificates of Insurance are valid for all contractors and consistent with our operating standards.
Monitors all inspections or corrections required by governing agencies.
Upon completion of projects, reviews all warranties, O&M manuals, and final punch lists as required by contract documents.
Interacts with the executive management team and perform other job duties as requested or assigned.
Travel across the Central and Western states is required.